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Joseph Henrich – Why Humans Survived and Smarter Species Didn't

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Ecology, Culture, and the Roots of Modern Society

This chapter investigates how pre-agricultural social institutions and ecological factors influenced modern gender dynamics and economic structures. It examines the hypothetical consequences of the Industrial Revolution occurring outside of Europe and traces the moral evolution concerning slavery linked to the British Empire. Additionally, the discussion explores the transformative role of Christianity on family structures and societal norms, emphasizing the implications of changing kinship systems across different cultures.

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